When the Philadelphia Eagles traded up in the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft to select Andre Dillard, there were rave reviews for their move. Seeing as though Dillard was one of the top offensive linemen available, getting him at pick No. 22 was a blatant steal.
However, the selection of Dillard wasn’t perfect. Like many prospects, Dillard has his flaws. Notably, many were worried about his potential inability to run-block. Along with that, there were some questions about his grit as well. For an offensive lineman, Dillard seemed ‘too nice.’
Sure, a pleasant personality can go a long way in the locker room — but will it work on the field in the NFL?